Increased competition for students and research funds coupled with government requirements for full economic costing of research activities are just some of the challenges facing Higher Education. The SAP Higher Education & Research solution provides critical reporting capabilities, from financial and human capital management to the full student lifecycle.

SAP's extensive experience providing solutions to universities results in a scaleable, flexible, and open solution that can improve efficiency, reduce costs and enhance competitiveness. Integrated solutions enable a 360 degree, real-time view of activities and funds deployment - whether the funds originate from government, student fees or research awards.

With SAP's solutions for Higher Education and Research, universities can cut administration costs, increase revenue and manage and monitor information to support organizational planning and improve student recruitment.

Developed in conjunction with leading HE institutions, SAP Campus Management is a comprehensive integrated application for handling every aspect of a student's academic life. Application, registration, progression, graduation and financial information is brought together in a single student record, enabling universities to offer enhanced student support and self-service in an increasingly competitive environment.

SAP Grants and Funds Management both enhance active budget availability control and automate the routine production of sponsor reports and application of sponsor funding rules.

SAP Customer Relationship Management brings a world-leading CRM solution to the Higher Education sector and can better manage prospective student, alumnus, research and third stream stakeholders.